Commandments Quote by George Albert Smith
““ I am saying to you that to me the Constitution of the United States is just as much from my Heavenly Father as the Ten Commandments ””
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑Day Saints, 1915, George Albert Smith
The Constitution is viewed as divinely inspired, comparable to biblical commandments.
In simple terms: Constitution seen as God‑given like commandments.
Key Takeaway
Respect both civic and spiritual laws.
Themes
faith
law
government
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
respectful
Type
religious
political
When to use this quote
- public policy discussion
- faith community gathering
- educational lecture
Key Concepts
theology
political philosophy
religion
civic duty
Questions to Reflect On
- How should societies integrate faith and law?
- What are the limits of divine authority in governance?
A Different Perspective
Balancing secular law with religious belief can be contentious.
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